The Algherian midfielder, who has made 20 appearances for Wolves since joining from Charleroi in January, has been boosted by the news that the break is not as bad as first feared.

"It is going to be a lengthy absence, but on the plus side theconsultant has told us that it's an uncomplicated fracture,' saidWolves physio Steve Kemp.

'In these situations, that's as good as it gets.'

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